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The Easiest Way You Can Look Like Ryan Gosling Right Now

Getting dressed is hard. Like, there are pants involved and everything. Doing so stylishly is another battle. Women seemingly have trouble finding things that aren’t related to fashion, what with countless bloggers and Instagrammers cramming style advice down their throats 24/7. But as men, what do we have? We have actors, that’s what, and that’s good enough for us. After all, why not take style cues from the men who are literally paid to look good for a living? In Thread Legends, we’ve teamed up with Macy’s and Michael Kors to help you get some of the coolest looks to ever grace Hollywood.

Al Pacino -- The Striped Peak Lapel Suit

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Time was, a good suit was a representation of power or authority, likely owing in part to its military origins. That held up even over the last few decades, when America experienced an unprecedented dressing-down — if you were wearing a suit, you were probably important. Now that suiting up is cool again, however, you may have to go the extra mile to really work the power suit. Take a cue from Al Pacino and go all out with both pinstripes and peak lapels. You’ll definitely get noticed, in a good way.

George Clooney -- The Muffler Scarf

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He may have took on Mr. Freeze in the awful Joel Schumacher-helmed Batman & Robin, but even out of costume George Clooney certainly seems to dislike the cold, and who can blame him? Thankfully you too can avoid feeling the chill in style with this muffler scarf from Michael Kors.

Ryan Gosling -- The Hoodie

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Given that Ryan Gosling gets so much attention from the ladies for his red carpet looks, you might be surprised to see him here looking relatively schlubby. What we see here, though, is that sometimes a hoodie is just a hoodie. Erroneously associated with gang bangers and then later the abomination known as the “hoodie under a leather jacket” look, a simple, clean hooded sweatshirt performs admirably in both form and function. Does he look cold? No. Does he look comfortable? Hell yes.

Cary Grant -- The Formal Overcoat

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When you think of leading men throughout the years, Cary Grant certainly comes to mind. After making the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Eva Marie Saint and Ingrid Bergman swoon onscreen, you may not be able to boast that you’ve had the same success in real life, but you can at least look the part. Don this Madison Cashmere-Blend Overcoat and maybe you’ll be one step closer to reaching leading man status.

Ryan Reynolds -- The Cool Overcoat

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Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds is known as much for his ripped physique as he is for his quick wit, so we thought it fitting here to use a shot of him looking great fully-clothed. He’s demonstrating the importance of a good overcoat, which, if you choose carefully, will look great and last for years to come. Originally designed to cover and protect a suit, an overcoat is also a good option for when it’s chilly out but you’re still going for an air of sophistication. Don’t go past the knees, and shorter guys might want something that hits a little higher.

Zac Efron -- The Puffer Jacket

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Winter is arguably the best time for fashion, if for no other reason than there are more clothes to be worn. We Are Your Friends star Zac Efron is showing off two very important winter looks here. One is layering, which is hands-down the best way to beat the winter chill while still looking good. More importantly, he’s doing so with a puffer jacket. Far from the Michelin Man-esque monstrosities of decades past, modern puffer jackets are slim enough to look good while still keeping you toasty. In fact, they look good enough to wear on their own.

Leonardo DiCaprio -- Black Blazer

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For all his acclaim as a Hollywood leading man, Leonardo DiCaprio doesn’t get much credit for being a style icon. That may be undeserved, though, seeing the way he rocks a classic black blazer. Typically relegated to children whose parents don’t feel the need to buy them a whole suit just yet, a black blazer is a versatile piece that works well with denim, cotton or, yes, dress pants for slightly more formal affairs. Just don’t make the mistake of trying to pair one with black pants and call it a suit — the jackets are cut differently.

Bruce Lee -- The Tie

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Ties can be a minefield of choices. The perfect shirt/suit/tie combination requires attention to color, pattern and scale all at the same time. That’s fine for a Hollywood stylist, but it’s asking a bit much of you when you’re getting dressed in the morning. Thankfully, the legendary Bruce Lee will live on forever to remind us that sometimes a tie with a unique pattern is exactly the right option. Provided the colors don’t clash, it will go with just about anything.

Chris Pine -- The Checkered Shirt

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Even Captain Kirk himself gets in on the so-called “lumbersexual” trend, as shown here by Star Trek franchise star Chris Pine. The traditionally patterned flannel shirt may be something you typically associate with your grandfather, but that should change once you realize that you can get similar patterns in slimmer, sleeker cotton cuts. A shirt like this works anywhere — tucked in at the office, worn loose on a date or layered under a jacket as part of a complete outfit. If you’re feeling bold, go ahead and go full-flannel when the temperature drops.

Ben Affleck -- The Hip-Length Jacket

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Late fall/early winter can be an odd time — a leather jacket may not cut it, but it can still be too warm to break out a classic overcoat or parka. It’s times like these when you’ll want to take a cue from Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice star Ben Affleck and opt for a car or university jacket. It’s thicker than a windbreaker to keep you warm, and its hip-length hem ensures you’ll be plenty mobile without roasting. If the jacket has a built-in hood, like this one, then all the better.

Chris Evans -- The Classic Blue Dress Shirt

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It’s fitting that Captain America himself would rock such a classic American look; seen here is Captain America: Civil War star Chris Evans rocking a blue dress shirt. A staple in every man’s closet, its only sin is being underused. Sure, it looks good with khakis at the office, but the infinite variations of cut and cloth mean there are seemingly endless options. Go for a finer broadcloth, and it’s perfect with a suit and tie as a refreshing change from your boring white shirt. Opt for a button down in an oxford cloth, and it becomes the perfect date shirt.

James Dean -- The Biker Jacket

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You didn’t think we would do this list without mentioning the coolest rebel Hollywood has ever seen, did you? James Dean defined the cool, classic biker jacket, and while you might not reach his level of cool, it certainly can’t hurt to try. The biker jacket was originally designed to prevent the pavement from turning you into shredded cheese in the case of a motorcycle accident, but something about its low-profile collar design gives it an air of badassery that punches up any boring weekend wardrobe. You’ll want to stick to jeans with this one, as Rebel Without a Cause doesn’t exactly mesh well with Office Space.

Gregory Peck -- Brown Plaid Classic-Fit Sport Coat

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From the period of the ‘40s to ‘60s, there was no more popular American actor than Gregory Peck. His fame transcended his roles, and when you’re in the spotlight that much you better look good — and Peck did just that. Rock this brown classic-fit sport coat and bring out the style icon in you.

Clark Gable -- The French Cuff Shirt

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If you’re going to get up in front of the world to collect an award, you better look your best. Even when Clark Gable wasn’t winning Oscars he was still one of the most stylish leading men of his time. Imitate his look by donning a French cuff white shirt underneath your tux or suit.

Humphrey Bogart --The Raincoat

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Known for his fedora and trench coat combination, Humphrey Bogart has been both a style and movie icon for generations. In a casual setting it might be a little weird to go full-on private detective, so go for a more modern and stylish take on the look with this Goshen-poly bonded raincoat from Michael Kors. Cover up your patterned button-up with this contemporary choice of fashionable coats.

Daniel Craig -- The Scarf

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We’re so used to seeing 007 in a suit that you have to wonder if, sometimes, the super spy would rather trade his tux and martini for a hoodie and a cold beer. Thankfully, Spectre star Daniel Craig is a real person, so we get a glimpse of what Bond might look like on his day off. Here, he’s showing the impact of a casual scarf, an oft-forgotten winter accessory that looks as good as it feels.

Anthony Perkins -- The Long Sleeve T-Shirt

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Best known for playing an unhinged man that had a…unique relationship with his mom, off the screen there was nothing odd about Anthony Perkins’ sense of style. Pull off a dark long sleeve tee by combining it with a pair of dark wash jeans and you won’t look out of place anywhere you go — just make sure to leave your mother out of it.

Hugh Jackman -- The Duffel Bag

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Hands down, the area where the most men forget about style entirely is luggage. After all, if it’s just a means of transporting stuff from one place to another, who cares, right? Wrong, friend. High quality luggage made by trusted manufacturers is built to last a lifetime, and will protect your valuables far better than the nylon duffel you got for free at work. Plus, as Hugh Jackman shows us, a stylish duffel looks surprisingly fly.

Warren Beatty -- The Tie

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Bulworth aside, Warren Beatty has been in some of the most stylish films of all time. From the popping colors of Dick Tracy, to the stylish gangster-era of the classic Bonnie & Clyde, Beatty knows style on and off the screen. Replicate his look with an Indigo Trend Tie from Michael Kors. Combine it with a crisp white button-up and you can go from formal to casual in a second.

Tom Cruise -- Jeans

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It seems that you can never count Tom Cruise out. At his peak he was the biggest name in Hollywood, and after some personal fumbles that seemed to affect his box office power he looks to be back in full form. He remains a fashion icon as any character he plays and himself and his look can be easily replicated. These Indigo denim jeans channel both Ethan Hunt and Cruise himself.